Description

Kit Includes

foam windscreen;

wrist strap;

USB cable;

calibration certificate;

Insight database software;

small kit case;

The CEL-632 real time logging noise analyzer is the best choice for a logging noise meter that will give both overall and regular time histories of captured noise levels over extended periods of time. It has all of the features of the CEL-630model in the CEL-63X range plus the ability to record regular noise samples at fixed intervals during a measurement making it the ideal choice for many basic environmental surveys or for use by industrial hygienists.

The CEL-632 meter is an advanced version of the popular logging sound level meter and is designed specifically to appeal to those users looking to do studies in many noise situations where a knowledge of the changing noise levels is important.

The CEL-632 meters are available to satisfy both the ANSI/IEC type 1 and Type 2 accuracy classifications by the choice of the appropriate microphone capsule. Both of the standard half inch diameter microphones give the CEL-632 meters a single wide measurement range from 20 to 140 dB without the need to change ranges. This will greatly simplify the collection of results since it removes the requirment to select the right range before starting to record the changing noise levels. The preamplifier is removeable from the body of the meter allowing remote applications such as environmental noise measurements in waterproof kit cases.

Three models are available designated as A, B and C versions. These differ in the amount of detail they are able to display as far as the frequency content of the noise is concerned. A version meters provide the overall broadband results with the A, C and Z (unweighted) channel for all measurements. B version meters add the capability to record 11 simultaneous octave bands from 16 Hz to 16 kHz while the C version models add 33 third octave band measurements from 12.5 Hz to 20 kHz.

All the CEL-632 meters measure with the Slow, Fast, Impulse and Peak responses simultaneously and calculate the time average noise level with the 3, 4 and 5 dB exchange rates in every run. The maximum, minimum and time average noise levels are calculated and stored for all measurements with all the valid combinations of frequency weightings and time responses so that the user will always have a full picture of what happened without having to be concerned about the correct setup configuration to use for a specific measurement. Measurements can be paused to remove unwanted noises from a survey and up to 999 separate measurements can be saved into the memory of the meter for later download to computer.

Results are viewed on the high resolution quarter VGA LCD that uses color as an indicator to guide the new (or experienced) user through the measurement procedure. A backlight function allows viewing the meter display even in very low light levels and can be activated with a fixed timer or by a simple button press. Color bars at the top and bottom of the screen indicate to the user which mode the meter is currently in for clarity and ease of use. Red means the instrument is in standby mode, green means running and collecting data and blue shows recalled answers from the memory.

Calibration is extremely easy too and virtually foolproof. Simply place the calibrator over the microphone and switch on, the meter will recognize the tone and prompt the user to accept or decline the calibration. Press the accept button to acknowledge the calibrator signal and the meter adjusts to the correct level and stores the fact for inclusion in the following measurements. Pre and post measurement calibration can be carried out too.

Run results can be stored for later retrieval by the user using the integral high speed USB interface. Measurement files can be read using the CEL-63X plugin which is available for the Casella Insight Database Management Software. Results that include audio files where they have been captured can be downloaded so that results from the sound level meter and CEL noise dosimeters can be integrated into a single comprehensive report for management use if required.

The CEL-632 meters can be powered from an external 12 Vdc source such as a mains supply or car battery for extended measurements and an ac (or optional dc) output signal is available to feed other recording instruments if required.